The objective of the project was to create a new approach to support people with Alzheimer's and Dementia improving their quality of life and that of their caregivers, their social relationships, their environment and the services they receive. Specific objectives: - exchange of good practices and experiences; - development of a new methodology and working tools; - creation of the AIDA space in the HUBS platform. Results expected: - at least 21 learning scenarios to be created on the basis of good practices and experiences; - at least 21 professionals from the social, health, arts, culture and digital fields to be trained in the AIDA Methodology; - 6 territorial teams that will pilot the Methodology at local level; - 12 piloting sessions of the Methodology activated in the 6 countries of the consortium; - Report containing analysis and study of the results obtained; - 1 methodology developed and validated; - Contribution to the creation of a more friendly and accessible society.
AIDA was designed to support caregivers (both experts and family members) of people suffering from dementia/Alzheimer and give them tools to enhance their quality of life and overall wellbeing. Social inclusion lies at the very base of society, and it needs to be encouraged and promoted in order to include disadvantaged and underrepresented users such as Alzheimer/dementia patients. In 2016 WHO and Alzheimer Disease International Report, dementia was defined as a global public health priority. It has been estimated that around 46 million people in the world suffer from dementia, 50-60% of whom have Alzheimer disease. Due to an ageing population by 2050 one in 85 people worldwide will be affected, for a total of 130 million people. It is paramount to increase and expand the training of professionals who already work with Alzheimer patients through innovative practices. AIDA approach is a practice in response to these needs by alleviating the state of loneliness that the COVID pandemic has caused.